Flock
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EmbeddedSoftwareEngineerII
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“Embedded Software Engineer II at Flock. Skills: Embedded Linux platform development, C/C++ development, Yocto Project, On-device testing and debugging, Hardware integration. Implement and deliver core components and features for Yocto-based embedded Linux platform. Write clean, efficient C/C++ code optimized for resource-constrained hardware and real-time drone applications”
What You'll Achieve.
Build a stable, secure, and robust embedded Linux platform; Ensure software stability and high-quality releases; Become a reliable contributor to the core embedded Linux platform
Industry & Context.
Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and hardware integration issues; Jump into a terminal and figure out why a device isn't behaving
Work on custom-built embedded hardware and drones out in the real world
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
2+ years of professional experience in embedded software development, C/C++ development and debugging skills in Linux environments, Foundational experience with the Yocto Project or similar build systems (Buildroot, OpenEmbedded), Understand low-level concepts including bootloaders (U-Boot), shell scripting, and basic kernel configuration, Proficient with Git/GitHub, Solid understanding of CI/CD workflows (Jenkins/GitHub Actions), First Responder mentality: Excited to jump into a terminal and figure out why a device isn't behaving
Nice to Have
Experience with Rust for embedded systems, Familiarity with Qualcomm SoCs or similar ARM-based architectures, Basic understanding of Linux device drivers or hardware bring-up, Scripting experience in Python or Bash for automation and testing, Knowledge of networking protocols and services (TCP/IP, systemd, D-Bus)
What You'll Do.
Implement and deliver core components and features for Yocto-based embedded Linux platform
efficient C/C++ code optimized for resource-constrained hardware and real-time drone applications
Perform on-device testing and debugging
Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and hardware integration issues
Assist in the board bring-up of new hardware prototypes
Identify and implement improvements to internal build tools and development processes
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Document technical designs, system architectures, and test plans to facilitate team collaboration; Participate in code reviews; Adopt Flock’s specific best practices for safety and security; Work with a high-performance team united by urgency, ownership, and a shared commitment to meaningful impact; Support each other; Contribute to a collaborative environment
Communication Scope
Communicate progress effectively
Process & Methodology
Provide accurate work estimates, Communicate progress effectively through the development lifecycle, Take ownership of a small-to-medium feature or bug fix
Full Job Description
WHO IS FLOCK? Every community deserves to be safe, it’s a fundamental right. Our mission is simple - to build technology that reduces crime and protects privacy. Flock partners with cities, businesses, schools, and neighborhoods to help protect where people live, work, and play. Last year, Flock technology supported over 1 million criminal investigations, helped solve approximately 20% of reported crimes in areas where it is deployed, and played a role in locating more than 10,000 missing people. We are a high-performance team united by urgency, ownership, and a shared commitment to meaningful impact. The work is fast-paced and the expectations are high. We push beyond perceived limits, support each other, and hold ourselves accountable to delivering results that matter. With over $1B in funding and an $8.3B valuation, we are scaling with intention and investing in the people who will help us build what others said could not be done. At Flock, you will find the opportunity to grow quickly, take on real responsibility, and contribute to something bigger than yourself. THE OPPORTUNITY Flock is looking to add an Embedded Software Engineer to our Platform Team. This isn't your typical desk job! You'll be writing the code that powers our custom-built embedded hardware and drones out in the real world. Our Engineering team is made up of driven people who are responsible for the entire software stack on our devices. They enable our mission by building a stable, secure, and robust embedded Linux platform. HOW YOU'LL MAKE AN IMPACT: - Implement and deliver core components and features for our Yocto-based embedded Linux platform. - Write clean, efficient C/C++ code optimized for resource-constrained hardware and real-time drone applications. - Perform on-device testing and debugging to ensure software stability and high-quality releases. - Document technical designs, system architectures, and test plans to facilitate team collaboration. - Provide accurate work estimates and c
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